In response to escalating anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles, President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 700 Marines and an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to support California’s National Guard. The decision comes after several days of clashes between protesters and law enforcement following immigration raids conducted by federal agents.
Local officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom, have expressed concerns about the increased military presence, citing potential logistical challenges and the need for a more measured approach to handling the protests. Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore has also raised issues about the impact of the influx of troops on the city’s ability to maintain peace and security during the demonstrations.
The protests, which have been ongoing for several days, stem from outrage over the deportation sweeps carried out by federal immigration authorities. While the rallies on Monday were mostly peaceful, there were incidents of violence over the weekend, prompting the Trump administration to take decisive action to quell any further unrest.
The move to deploy Marines and National Guard troops to Los Angeles reflects the administration’s commitment to maintaining law and order in the face of civil unrest. However, it has also sparked debate about the appropriate use of military force in response to protests and the need for a more nuanced approach to addressing the underlying issues driving the demonstrations.
As tensions continue to simmer in Los Angeles, all eyes will be on how the additional troops will impact the situation on the ground and whether they will help restore calm or further inflame the situation.
References:
– Breitbart News: https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/09/trump-sends-marines-to-support-californias-national-guard-during-riots/
– WANE 15: https://www.wane.com/top-stories/trump-sends-marines-more-national-guard-to-la/
– Home – CBSNews.com: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/president-trump-deploys-700-marines-more-national-guard-troops-to-l-a-amid-ice-protests/
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